Entry-Level Private Equity Attorney — Training Program (Fall 2027)

dlapiper; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper seeks entry-level attorneys to join our Private Equity practice in the Fall of 2027 in our Atlanta and Chicago offices. Applicants should be current third year law students with an anticipated graduation date of spring 2027.

Join a comprehensive training and development program with a reduced billable hours requirement and immediate integration into a practice group. You will work on client projects across cutting-edge practices, industries and borders, with opportunities for pro bono

Qualifications

• Current third year law students with an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2027.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with partners, lawyers, clients, staff, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer calls, and reply to correspondence, meeting deadlines.
• Analyze complex legal issues, applying research to facts.
• Provide timely, accurate, and well-reasoned work product.
• Be available to ensure timely delivery of services, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Legal research

Teamwork

Client service

Education

3L with anticipated Spring 2027 graduation

Job description

DLA Piper seeks entry-level attorneys to join our Private Equity practice in the Fall of 2027 in our Atlanta and Chicago offices. Applicants should be current third year law students with an anticipated graduation date of spring 2027.

Join a comprehensive training and development program with a reduced billable hours requirement and immediate integration into a practice group. You will work on client projects across cutting-edge practices, industries and borders, with opportunities for pro bono